Area Code 855...

I don't answer any calls from unknown callers or phone numbers that start with 800, 866, 877 and 888... unless I am expecting a call from these numbers such as tech support, etc... Not a big deal because these are normally FREE calls to me...

HOWEVER, anyone calling you from 855...

Area code 855 is an area code reserved for toll-free calls in which the calling party is not charged. Instead, the telephone carrier charges the cost of the call to the called party.

So beware if anyone calls you from an 855 number... unless you are expecting a call from tech support or other help from businesses...

Personally, I think this stinks that you get charged when some bozo selling you stuff actually charges you for the interruption...

10/02/2010
Area code 855 was put into service.With toll free numbers the charges are paid for by the party who is called instead of the caller. Although area code 855 is not assigned to a geographical area, calls to any toll free number may be restricted by the customer. Other toll free area codes are 800, 866, 877, and 888.
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